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AMERICAN CELEBRITIES IN MUSLIM ATTIRE
2012-05-26 02:22:00 The American demonization of Muslim culture finally gets an appropriate push-back via Bahraini artist, Mohammed Kanoo. Dubai's Meem Gallery is currently hosting an exhibit (May 15th-July 5th) by Kanoo titled Fun With Fen--a series of digital prints that depicts famous American celebrities like Clint Eastwood, Angelina Jolie, Amy Winehouse, Will Smith and others in traditional Muslim garb. Something to really think about, especially regarding the current state of Middle Eastern diplomacy and tolerance.
DAVID BANNER'S 2M1 EMPOWERMENT PROJECT
2012-05-24 15:38:00 Hip-Hop renaissance man, David Banner, is currently using his star power to encourage artists and creatives to control their own music and content. His 2M1 Movement is calling for two million people to donate $1 dollar to create their own pipeline and opportunity outside of record labels and distribution conglomerates. Mr. Banner makes several points concerning the intrinsic devaluation of current "urban" music and culture. He points out how "free" albums and mixtapes contribute to the devalued state of urban culture and product.
GOOGLE'S ODE TO ROBERT MOOG
2012-05-23 17:48:00 Music and sound enthusiasts should know that today, May 23, 2012 marks the 78th birthday of Robert Moog (2005), father of modern electronic sound. The New York City-born inventor pioneered the electronic instrument market--one of his most famous creations being the Moog synthesizer. Google is paying tribute on their homepage via an actual flash-based version of the machine. Users can play, record and even embed their own custom sounds. Check it out and then find out more about Moog's instruments and legacy at Moog Music Inc.
Calling All Inventors! FridaBaby Wants Your Baby Product Ideas
2012-05-18 21:11:00 I'm going to try to write this with a straight face.... The FridaBaby company, which I have just learned of, markets some very inventive and 'curious' products for babies so far. One is called the Snotsucker, which employs a mom (or dad) to suck the snot out of their baby's nose....
THE AVANT GARDE DIARIES: CIRCE WALLACE + NICOLAS MULLER
2012-05-16 13:00:00 Digital interview magazine, The Avant Garde Diaries, presents their latest piece on snowboarders Circe Wallace and Nicolas Muller. The beautifully shot interview-slash-shred session is very nice on the eyes. The insightful thoughts about snowboarding and society are also quite nice on the brain. We digs it!
A somewhat sympathetic insight into Romney?s adolescent antics
2012-05-15 20:35:00 When I first came out, I read and enjoyed Edmund White’s early fiction Nocturnes for the King of Naples and Forgetting Elena. His later work become increasingly sloppy and solipsistic; sometime in the 1990s, I stopped reading his stuff. Of the gay writers writing today, White is perhaps the most gifted stylist — or at ...
By: GayPatriot
Theodore Ziras: Axe FX 2 - Neo Sweep and Alternate ideas
2012-05-15 00:58:00 http://www.TheodoreZiras.com ------ http://www.Jam-Tracks.comTo download the Axe Fx2 preset I did for this video click here:http://www.theodoreziras.c-om/presets/Ziras_Lead_AxeFX2.sy-xFor the Drums sound I am using Toontracks Superior Drums 2 (Metal Machine expansion) I did no further processing (no effects added).Signal chain: Ibanez RG870 -- Axe FX2Strings D Addario EXL 120 (9-42)Pick: Small Stubby 3mmVideo Produced and Directed by Theodore Ziras for TheodoreZiras.com ©2012Thanks to Makis Tzouganatos for borrowing me his Guitar (Ibanez Premium RG870)_________________________-___________________________to book a lesson with me via skype visit http://www.guitarlessons.gr/to- buy great backing tracks please visithttp://www.jam-tracks.com/-for guitar session work, mix and mastering serviceshttp://theodoreziras.co-m/studio-sessions.htmlto buy my music visithttp://itunes.apple.com/us-/artist/theodore-ziras/id283794-066?ign-mpt=uo%3D4Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/theodor-ezirasTwitter: http:/...
Virgin Atlantic?s New Upper Class Bar And Cabin Virtual Design Tour
2012-05-11 15:15:00 Virgin Atlantic teamed up with VW + BS studio to shape a new experience for passengers riding the airline 30 000 feet in the air. The first time the new upper class bar and cabin enchanted its guests was this spring, on a route from London to New York. This new aircraft hospitality space concept was created to encourage social…You're reading Virgin Atlantic’s New Upper Class Bar And Cabin Virtual Design Tour originally posted on Freshome. If you've enjoyed this post, be sure to follow Freshome on Twitter, Facebook and Google+
U.S. ARMY VETERAN EXPLAINS WAR
2012-05-11 14:00:00 The following is a thought-provoking speech delivered by political activist and former United States soldier, Mike Prysner. He goes on to explain how the institution of racism is pivotal in enforcing war and fooling the masses into dying for oppressive causes. As if it weren't any more clear, the speech exposes how the poor are sent to obliterate other poor people on a sadistic global checkerboard for the elite. Good morning Vietnam, Afghanistan, Iraq and the list that goes on...
DISCOTECTURE: NIGHTLIFE DESIGN
2012-05-10 20:45:00 Vice and Heineken team up to bring us a series dedicated to the architecture of nightlife. Discotecture: Episode 1 focuses on five young designers from different disciplines that converge to create their vision of an ideal venue. Peep the project as Mark Van Iterson (Heineken Design & Concept Manager), the team and different venue owners breakdown the values of conceptualizing and manifesting good design.
Introducing Yourself Originally: Concrete Business Cards by Murmure
2012-05-10 11:25:00 These unusual looking concrete business cards were designed by the people of Murmure…, as a way to introduce themselves and the creative agency they work for. The idea is controversial- after all, business cards today are meant to stand out, but in the same time, fit in any wallet. In this case, we are dealing with a card thatYou're reading Introducing Yourself Originally: Concrete Business Cards by Murmure originally posted on Freshome. If you've enjoyed this post, be sure to follow Freshome on Twitter, Facebook and Google+
THE AGE OF VIDEO EMPATHY
2012-05-09 16:55:00 Hunter Walk, the director of product management at YouTube recently wrote a piece for Fast Company and their Co. Exist division that asks Can Online VIdeo Usher In A New Age Of Empathy? According to him, yes! He points out several examples in his article, including one about a a boston woman who started teaching English via her kitchen and now has over 30 million students that watch her lessons from across the globe! Peep the entire piece here.
Ideas after the Abassiya II defeat
2012-05-06 17:02:00 We are the product of reactive social culture , we never take proactive steps except so rarely ; this is a fact we can not deny.For a year the activists , revolutionary youth and their supporters on twitter and Facebook have kept warning us from the Romanian scenario and how after the execution of CeauSesCu the military rule sabotaged the Romanian revolution in its own way and how SCAF is following the steps of their Romanian countrpart yet strangely all the time the activists and Opinion leaders in Egypt did not tell us for real how to avoid this scenario in the real world. In fact proudly activists and opinion leaders are participating in making this scenario a reality with their revolutionary romanticism and arrogance and by failing in every trap made for them. The political game between SCAF and MB as well the rise of the Salafist power and the release of Islamist Jihadi icons made many people fear from Algerian scenario. We even got people now who believe that army soldiers are...
Gift Ideas Under $200: Stuhrling Original Watches
2012-05-06 09:00:00 It's time to celebrate the Mom in your life. For a limited time, save on select women's Stuhrling Original watches sold by Amazon.com, all of which are eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping and Amazon Prime™. Limited to stock on hand.Expires May 13, 2012
Eco-Friendly Mother?s Day Gift Ideas
2012-05-06 00:54:00 Mother’s Day weekend is only a week away, and if you want to order something special you’ll probably need to do it this weekend or early next week in order to get it in time for the big day. Remember that your present should be just for your Mom and shouldn’t be something for the ...
STEVE JOBS: THE LOST INTERVIEW
2012-05-04 18:14:00 Capitalizing on Steve Jobs' impact on technological culture (and even pop culture, really) as we know it--Magnolia Pictures present a full-length feature on a 1995 sit-down interview that the Apple guru had with producer Robert Cringely. The result is The Lost Interview, a candid portrait of the visionary during the time that he was exiled from Apple and the ideas that, in the end, still proved to captivate the modern world. The movie hits selects theaters on May 11th. Until then, check out the trailer.
New Favorite Credit Cards, Making a Fortune, Mothers Day Gift Ideas and Mor
2012-05-04 13:30:00 Recently, I edited my top cash back credit cards in canada article to include a new contender, the Capital One Aspire Cash World card. It used to have an annual fee, but now it has been eliminated. What are the benefits? 1.5% cash back, no tiers and world benefits (trip cancellation/interruption, price protection, extended warranty, car ...
Get the Right Bedroom Ideas
2012-04-24 23:06:00 The bedroom is the one room of the house where peace and serenity should engulf you just by looking at it. If you?re lucky enough to live in a quiet area where there are no drag racing or street musicians under your window then you can concentrate on adding some charm and extra appeal to ...
Florist Fort Worth ? A Few Ideas to Aid You Find the Best
2012-04-20 19:51:00 Ask your pals for recommendations and advice The word of mouth never fails to aid when searching for a professional help. You can even consult to those buddies and kinfolks where to find one if they already have experience interacting with a florist Fort Worth. Certainly, you can be sure that you can have a ...
GREAT THINKER BAND LOGOS
2012-04-18 18:57:00 Ah yes, the ubiquitous mash-up and/or remix that we can't seem to get away from in this digital day and age. Here's one that blends great thinkers with great metal band logos. Isaac, Machiavelli, Tesla--we can't front, the rock nerd in all of us stage dives for these! *Swoon* Thank you Monsters of Grok!
Lacking fresh ideas, Obama scares voters with stale tactics
2012-04-18 09:52:00 On Monday at the Washington Examiner, Charlie Spiering provided a clip from then-Senator Barack Obama’s speech accepting the Democratic presidential nomination not quite four years ago: In 2008, he derided the very strategy he would adopt four years later. proclaiming that . . . if you don’t have any fresh ideas, then you use stale ...
By: GayPatriot
Gold, Silver and Copper Investing Strategies and M&A Ideas: Vishal Gupta
2012-04-16 22:30:00 The Gold Report: You are an analyst and a geologist. Can you explain the fundamentals behind investing in base metals compared to precious metals? Vishal Gupta: The fundamental difference is that base metals can be fairly straightforward in quantification when it comes to supply-demand balances. The world needs a certain amount of base metals to keep up its growth rate. Growing economies like India and China require base metals for their industrialization initiatives. For instance, copper would be required in electrical wiring and zinc would be required in steel galvanization. There is a specific purpose for base metals in industry. Gold is valued more from a currency standpoint. There are actually very few uses for gold. That is why . . . → Read More: Gold, Silver and Copper Investing Strategies and M&A Ideas: Vishal Gupta
By: Jutia Group
Blog Design Ideas
2012-04-16 12:31:00 Blogs have increased popularity over this past months. Many people have started to create their personal blogs to express their thoughts and feelings. Internet companies have also started their blogs to inform consumers on the latest product news and reviews. Because of this, blogs are also being used as internet marketing media. Before, internet marketing ...
THE ART OF RAP THEATER TRAILER
2012-04-13 20:28:00 We were excited about the original trailer, but it looks like Ice-T has outdone himself as he prepares for the June 15th theater release of his homage to Hip-Hop, The Art Of Rap. Check out the latest star-studded cut that really immortalizes the story of the young, world-renowned music genre. And you don't stop!
NIKE OPENS FUELBAND API TO DEVELOPERS
2012-04-13 19:15:00 Sports giant, Nike, has recently opened up a beta version of its FuelBand Application Programming Interface to developers interested in creating new uses for the device. Although too early to speculate on what the company will decide to run with in terms of developed programs, the possibilities of integrating user fitness statistics and digital uses are endless. Check out the PSFK article on it all here.
Small-Cap Ideas with Double-Digit Growth Potential: Frederick "Rick" Wise
2012-04-05 22:00:00 The Life Sciences Report: Back in early March you attended the 2012 Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) meeting in San Diego. Were there topics or companies that the physicians were especially interested in? Frederick Wise: Whether in a consumer setting or a medical meeting, doctors are drawn to what’s new, just like consumers would be. Physicians want to see innovative technologies and understand them. There is a competitive element to it, and two of the biggest companies in the general surgery space were there: Covidien Ltd. (COV:NYSE ) and Johnson & Johnson (JNJ:NYSE) Ethicon Endo-Surgery. Both were displaying a number of new surgical products. I would say that one of the most exciting innovations right now . . . → Read More: Small-Cap Ideas with Double-Digit Growth Potential: Frederick "Rick" Wise
By: Jutia Group
PBS EXPLAINS SUPER MARIO ART TO KIDS
2012-04-04 16:09:00 From the PBS Idea Channel arrives Here's An Idea, a web-based series that examines the connections between pop culture, technology and art. In layman's terms, it serves bite-sized concepts so well that even your children can digest them, hence their premiere episode's guide to Super Mario and Surrealist art! Turn off the TV (and Nintendo) and have your kids find out what one small plumber has done for the world of media and ideas!
SLAVERY FOOTPRINT APP
2012-04-03 22:03:00 Slavery Footprint is an interactive website and app based on the modern-day reality of forced labor. The brilliant and visual project surveys users and asks them questions like where they live and what they own to determine how many humans were involved in "generating" the source materials for those goods. It's something that few of us really take the time to think about especially in this day and age of information overload and distraction. We urge you to give it a try and open your eyes.
How to Plan a Bridal Shower on a Budget ? Ideas & Checklist
2012-03-30 01:15:00 Being a bridesmaid costs an average of $1,695, and of that total, $400 is spent just throwing a shower for the bride. This includes buying a gift, costs for the event, and traveling to the shower. However, it’s not necessary to spend that much. This past summer, I was a bridesmaid in a friend’s wedding, ...How to Plan a Bridal Shower on a Budget – Ideas & Checklist is a post from the Money Crashers personal finance blog.
By: Money Crashers
Some ideas for spring dates in London
2012-03-26 10:36:00 It’s spring! The sun is shining and if you’re suddenly feeling more in the mood for love, then you’re definitely not alone. You can totally cash in on the nice weather by getting out in the sun with your date and doing springy things. Personally, I love a picnic in the park and considering the ... Related posts:5 first date location ideasGuest post: Best Foods to eat on a date in springDating in London
No room for big ideas? Make room.
2012-03-19 06:02:00 My family and I got to play tourists in Chicago recently. Stop No. 1 was the Museum of Science and Industry, home of the German submarine U-505. It's an eye-popping exhibit. At 252 feet long, nearly 31 feet high, and...
By: CPA Success
Nontraditional Weight Loss Ideas
2012-03-18 23:18:00 Weight loss is one of the big topics-no joke intended-on the late night TV circuit. While flipping through the channels after 11p.m, you are probably going to come across many ads for weight loss... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
WHAT WHITE WOMEN SAY TO BLACK MEN
2012-03-14 17:44:00 We came across this video and just couldn't resist posting. Why? Probably because of its equal parts of absurdity and honesty. This is a full-blown, raw, uninhibited, stereotypical, ignorant and truthful look at what a couple of white females think about black males. Fetishism, racism, distorted reality. All there. Worth a conversation or two. Or three...
20 HABITS OF A PASSIONATE PERSON
2012-03-14 17:15:00 Wake Up Cloud, an online resource for discovering one's passion and how to turn it into profitable and ethical business, has a list of The 20 Essential Habits of Highly Passionate People. Check them out and take note:
INSTAPRINT
2012-03-07 17:19:00 Brooklyn-based creative company, Breakfast, is on a mission to make their Instagram printer, Instaprint, an instant hit! The savvy techies originally pieced together a prototype of their idea and have now decided to go full-scale with the project. Utilizing WiFi technology, a small Linux core and self-colored paper, the team is ready to mass produce it's new and improved model for the world to purchase. Only thing left? Your support to raise some investment capital. So go on and support the cause for instant awesomeness!
Romantic Jewelry Gift Ideas
2012-03-05 01:40:00 Romantic jewelry has been used since biblical times as an expression of affection. Diamonds, hearts, gemstones and personalized pieces all say “I love you†and show your special someone that you cherish her. Romantic rings, pendants, bracelets and earrings are available in designs for any style, so you can show your love with a gift
By: Romance Tracker
THE AGE OF DEPLETION
2012-03-02 17:58:00 Peter Curet is a Media Technology student at Leiden University. The Age Of Depletion is his visual information project that depicts the extinction of earth's resources in accordance to a guest's age. It works by having visitors input their age, then a timeline of photos appears with a description of said material, what it is currently being used for and what year it is predicted to finish. We found some interesting stuff! Like that oil reserves are scheduled to run out in 2046 and that Indium, the material used to make LCD screen on gadgets like iPads, will deplete by 2025! Oh yea, and Gold will be gone by 2032. Sorry in advance to all the ballers and high-rollers.
Ideas for meals that are 300 calories ore less
2012-03-01 16:52:00 Salads: * Beet & Blue Cheese w/ Crushed Walnuts Salad: Baby arugula, parsley, low-fat blue cheese, toasted walnuts. 166 Calories * Classic Caprese Salad: Sliced tomatoes, red onions, fresh low-fat mozzarella, fresh basil. 184 Calories Fish: * Fillet of Sole: Organic Sole with mustard crust over sautéed spinach with red onions, orange segments, garlic. 259... Read more »
Unit Fusion by Y Design Office
2012-02-28 14:51:00 "Under rapid housing developments in the past years, Hong Kong has benefited much in terms of economy. However, important values such as value in sense of community and individual identity were lost. This thesis hereby critically reviews current and past housing projects in Hong Kong and stating the notion of verticality as the only solution. The ambition is a new alternative high-rise residential typology, in which its inhabitants are given unique units and allocations in accordance to specific zoning strategy within a tower structure, thus creating a phenomenal living experience through bonding and acquiring needs by each and every single individual. It is a re-interpretation of the balance between genericity and specificity aiming at formulating an extraordinary democratic living concept." to find out more... Passage and Image via http://ynotwhy.com/?p=587
By: architecture
Halloween Costumes Ideas
2012-02-28 09:31:00 Halloween costumes are costumes worn around or on Halloween, a festival which falls on October 31. Following the mid-20th century, the costume for Halloween was worn by adults just as much as children. Sometimes though it is too late forRead more...
VISUALLY COMPLEX
2012-02-27 18:32:00 Visual Complexity is a site dedicated to the visualization of complex everyday networks. Brainchild of Bing design lead, Manuel Lima, the goal of the platform is to help users comprehend the visual narrative of different disciplines like Biology, Social Networking and the World Wide Web. Mind-blowing and visually stimulating!
50 Creative Reuse Ideas For Your Home And Garden
2012-02-27 14:45:00 In every home, there are literally hundreds of items that be reused and repurposed. Here are 50 great ideas for you.
7 Alternative Travel Ideas
2012-02-27 14:00:00 am all for the stereotypical beach-lounging holidays when I travel. There is a time and a place for this sort of tune-out and disconnect vacation, but the truth is this is not the only way to spend your time away from work. Whether you’re going away for a week or if you’re looking to incorporate ...--------- Join Travel Blog Success today and learn to build a better travel blog. Membership includes 27 tutorials, 12 expert audio interviews, private support forum, and much more.
By: GoBackpacking
Top 10 ideas festivals on the Guardian
2012-02-23 00:31:00 The Guardian names Behance's annual conference, the 99%, as one of best "idea events" of the year. Read the full article here.
Free subscription to Lowe?s Creative Ideas magazines
2012-02-20 12:42:00 https://www.lowes.com/webapp/wc-s/stores/ -they have home and Garden, Ideas for Your New Home, and Creativas(spanish)
By: Free Stuff Times
Rick Santorum, Conservative Ideas & the Anti-anti-gay attitudes of most Ame
2012-02-09 00:57:00 Just over two weeks ago, I asked, “Where is the conservative candidate at this conservative moment?” If this election were held on which party had the best vision for the future of America, the Republicans, should they hew to Reagan’s ideals, would win hands-down. Polls show a continuing, if not growing, distrust of the federal ...
By: GayPatriot
HOW MUSIC TRAVELS
2012-02-07 16:03:00 Music being the rich and intertwined cultural phenomenon that it is usually makes it difficult for fans to understand the geographic significance of every single genre. That is, until now. Thanks to Thomson and their interactive How Music Travels infographic, fans can now see a relatively accurate breakdown (5-year margin of error) of the origins of some of the world's most popular dance music. Check it out!
Stuhrling Original Under $200 Valentine's Gift Ideas
2012-02-05 09:00:00 For a limited time, save on select men's and women's Stuhrling Original watches sold by Amazon.com, all of which are eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping and Amazon Prime™. Limited to stock on hand.Expires Feb 12, 2012
Stuhrling Original Under $100 Valentine's Gift Ideas
2012-02-05 09:00:00 Find the perfect gift for that special someone. For a limited time, save on select men's and women's Stuhrling Original watches sold by Amazon.com, all of which are eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping and Amazon Prime™. Limited to stock on hand.Expires Feb 12, 2012
QUESTION BRIDGE
2012-02-03 19:06:00 The Question Bridge is a transmedia art project that seeks to represent and redefine Black male identity in America. Through video mediated question and answer exchange, diverse members of this "demographic" bridge economic, political, geographic, and generational divisions. The project is in full swing and expanding into a a travelling series, educational curriculum and even a smartphone app! Have a look at their introductory video to see how it all works: |
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